Description
This Homemade Flatbread Pizza recipe offers a simple and delicious way to enjoy fresh, handcrafted pizza at home. The dough is made from basic ingredients like yeast, flour, and olive oil, then allowed to rise and is baked at a high temperature for a crisp crust. You can customize the toppings to your preference and have a quick, flavorful meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon active dry or instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (180ml) warm water (between 100-110°F, 38-43°C)
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour or bread flour (spooned & leveled), plus more for hands and surface
- 1 Tablespoon (15ml) olive oil, plus 2 teaspoons for brushing the dough
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 clove minced garlic and/or 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare the yeast mixture: Whisk the yeast, sugar, and warm water in the bowl of a stand mixer until combined. Loosely cover and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy and frothy on top, indicating the yeast is active. Alternatively, use a large mixing bowl and a wooden spoon if no stand mixer is available.
- Mix the dough: Add the flour, olive oil, salt, and optional seasonings to the yeast mixture. Using the dough hook attachment, mix on low speed for about 2 minutes until well combined. The dough should be thick, soft, and slightly sticky, pulling away from the sides of the bowl. If too sticky, add flour one tablespoon at a time.
- Knead the dough: Continue kneading the dough using the dough hook in the mixer for 6-8 minutes or knead by hand on a lightly floured surface for the same time. The dough should be soft and slightly tacky. Use the windowpane test to check for sufficient kneading.
- Let the dough rise: Transfer the dough into a greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap, foil, or a towel. Allow it to rest and rise at room temperature for 45 minutes until slightly risen. Alternatively, refrigerate it for up to 2 days for delayed use.
- Prepare toppings: While the dough is rising, get your favorite pizza toppings ready.
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 475°F (246°C) to ensure it is hot enough for a crisp crust.
- Shape the dough: Punch down the risen dough to release air and divide it in half. On a floured surface, stretch or roll each piece into a thin round or oval about 1/4 inch thick. Place on parchment paper or a silicone mat lined baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Prepare the flatbreads: Poke holes in the dough with fingers or a fork. Brush each with 1 teaspoon olive oil. Add your desired toppings evenly across the dough.
- Bake the pizzas: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the toppings are cooked to your liking.
- Serve and store: Remove from the oven, slice, and serve warm. Leftover pizza can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- You can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 2 days before using to develop more flavor.
- Use a pizza stone if you have one for a crisper crust, placing the dough directly on it.
- Adjust flour amount carefully to avoid dry dough; the dough should remain slightly tacky but manageable.
- If you do not have a stand mixer, kneading by hand with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula works well.
- Customize your pizza toppings to suit dietary preferences or seasonal ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: flatbread pizza, homemade pizza, easy pizza dough, pizza recipe, Italian flatbread, baking pizza
